Ever get stuck at a show that you really don't want to be at? Don't be grumpy. Applaud mediocrity, everyone has to start somewhere. When you clap at the right moments, others will follow along. Your enthusiasm may even pep up the show.

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Don't boo, if you don't like the show get up and leave. You may not get your money back based on your opinions, but you can certainly present a case based on fact, for example: the show was supposed to be live and it's lip syncing. Two exceptions: booing comedians is acceptable as a form of audience participation, but don't heckle. The second one is in a pantomime when the evil character comes on.

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Learn to clap loudly comfortably. Cup the palm of one hand and hit over the cup with the closed fingers of the other hand. This is similar to the clapping style of Flamenco dancers, and makes a soft popping sound.

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Try clapping when a new group or person enters the stage or someone finishes an introduction

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Clap every time someone finishes a trick, even if you weren't impressed

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Clap when someone messes up. Especially when they make a quick recovery.

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Clap after the band finishes a song. Even if you are the only one. Clap loud & proud. After about five songs of just you clapping the band might buy you a drink

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Now that you are generous clapper, when everyone else claps, you bump it up a notch with a 'Woo!' Or 'Oh, yeah!'. This can be used when a band begins your favorite song or your favorite part of the show begins (only do this in an appropriate situation, shouting at the ballet or opera is not the place to do so)

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If you see a standing ovation beginning, be first in your section to stand up, but don't start one if you are sitting in the back because no one will see

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When you are given an opportunity for audience participation, like singing the chorus of a song or to do 'The Wave', participate emphatically.

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At a piano recital clap hardest for the worst player. It was most difficult on him.

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At any concert with a conductor hold your applause until he/she lowers their hands, that means the song is done. This is especially important in multi-movement works such as symphonies, as it is considered impolite to clap in-between the movements.

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